Senior Legal Counsel - Privacy

Visa Hunt; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Workation benefit

28 days paid leave

Pension contributions matching

Healthcare (BUPA)

Wellbeing allowance

Cycle-to-work

Job summary

LeoVegas Group in Leeds seeks a Senior Legal Counsel – Privacy to safeguard personal data across brands and markets. You will lead the privacy program, advise on regulatory issues, and drive privacy by design in major projects.

Requires 4–6 years in privacy law, GDPR expertise, and proven DPO capability. Hybrid work model with a dynamic, cross-functional team.

Qualifications

• A recognised legal qualification demonstrating a strong foundation in legal principles and analysis.
• A minimum of 4-6 years in a dedicated privacy legal role, preferably multinational or complex corporate.
• Deep and demonstrable expertise in GDPR and global data protection laws.
• Proven drafting, reviewing and negotiating complex data protection agreements and policies.
• Experience as a DPO or lead privacy advisor with regulatory interactions.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure privacy law compliance for assigned entities, brands and markets.
• Act as DPO for designated Group entities and fulfill statutory duties.
• Draft, review and negotiate data protection agreements and privacy notices.
• Lead privacy by design/default in major projects including M&A.
• Provide expert guidance to business units and senior management.

Skills

DPO lead experience

Data protection

English litigation/negotiation

Regulatory advisory

Stakeholder influencing

Autonomous work

Education

Qualified lawyer / law degree

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

The LeoVegas Mobile Gaming Group is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Legal Counsel focused on privacy, to join our dynamic and growing Privacy team. This is a pivotal role within the organisation, instrumental in safeguarding the personal data of our customers and employees, and ensuring robust data protection practices across our diverse brands, entities, and markets.

You will play a leading role in the strategic development and operational implementation of our privacy program, with the opportunity of exploring more general legal and regulatory affairs focused matters, as necessary.

YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:

• As Senior Legal Counsel - Privacy, your core duties will include, but are not limited to:
• Take responsibility for ensuring compliance with all privacy related laws and regulations for assigned entities, brands, and markets within the LeoVegas Mobile Gaming Group.
• Serve as Data Protection Officer (DPO) for designated Group entities, fulfilling all statutory duties and responsibilities associated with the role, ensuring compliance with relevant data protection laws and regulations.
• Collaborate closely with other DPOs and internal stakeholders on all pertinent data protection matters, contributing to a cohesive and effective privacy framework.
• Conduct comprehensive data protection due diligence on prospective and existing business partners
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex data protection agreements, clauses, and terms.
• Draft, review, and update privacy policies and related procedures, privacy notices, and cookie policies for the Group and its partners, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and legal compliance.
• Develop and refine internal procedures and policies to ensure robust personal data protection and GDPR compliance across all business operations.
• Provide expert legal advice and guidance on a broad spectrum of data protection issues to various business units, senior management, and project teams.
• Actively participate in and lead data protection workstreams within significant company projects, including mergers & acquisitions (M&A), ensuring privacy by design and by default principles are integrated from inception.
• Take ownership of and lead major privacy-related initiatives, representing the Privacy team in critical cross-functional company projects and steering groups.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute significantly to the professional development and knowledge sharing within the Privacy team, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
• Contribute strategically to the evolution and implementation of the Group's overall privacy program and strategy, aligning with business objectives and regulatory landscapes.
• Provide assistance and legal advice concerning data subjects' rights requests, ensuring timely and compliant responses.
• Manage and provide expert advice on customer complaints related to data protection, including conducting thorough internal investigations, drafting submission, and preparing comprehensive reports.
• Liaise effectively with data protection supervisory authorities and other regulators regarding complaints, inquiries, audits, and other regulatory matters.
• Handle any data breaches and associated reporting requirements in a timely and compliant manner;
• Ensure that material data protection risks are escalated appropriately and that regulatory reporting obligations are discharged within statutory timeframes.
• Conduct, manage, advise on, and assist with Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), other privacy related assessments or investigations, and privacy audits, identifying risks and recommending mitigation strategies.

OUR SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING:

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• A recognised legal qualification demonstrating a strong foundation in legal principles and analysis.
• A minimum of 4-6 years of progressive experience in a dedicated privacy legal role, preferably within a multinational or complex corporate environment.
• Deep and demonstrable expertise in GDPR and other relevant global data protection laws.
• Proven experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex data protection agreements and privacy-related policies.
• Demonstrated ability to act as a DPO or hold a similar lead privacy advisory role, including managing regulatory interactions.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to translate complex legal requirements into practical business solutions.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to advise and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.
• Ability to work autonomously, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and evolving regulatory landscape.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.

NICE TO HAVES

• Specific experience within the iGaming, financial services, or technology sectors is considered a very strong asset due to the inherent data intensity and regulatory scrutiny.
• Any relevant privacy certifications.

WHO WE ARE

At the core of LeoVegas Group is Team Leo. Our culture is our foundation and is what enables us to innovate, build, and lead as we trailblaze our way through the igaming industry. We’re a team of over 2000 innovators, initiators, and groundbreakers working in a fast-paced and agile environment across 18 offices worldwide.

BENEFITS

• Hybrid working - 3 days per week at the office, with flexibility for 2 days at home
• Workation – Take your job on an adventure with our Workation benefit for up to 4 weeks per year (T&Cs apply).
• Plenty of time to recharge – 28 days of paid leave, plus all public and bank holidays in England.
• Invest in your future – We match pension contributions up to 6%.
• Comprehensive healthcare – BUPA coverage, including pre-existing conditions, plus a cashback plan for dental, optical, and other treatments.
• Wellbeing allowance – £250 annual allowance for you to invest in your health and wellbeing (T&Cs apply).
• A great workplace experience – Talented colleagues, complimentary snacks and drinks, as well as breakfasts and lunches on a weekly basis
• A social culture you’ll love – Regular opportunities to attend sporting events throughout the year, plus a quarterly team budget for even more fun.
• Support for growing families – Up to 6 months of full pay for maternity leave.
• Stay active & save money – Cycle-to-work scheme and gym discounts to keep you moving.
• Work in style – at our newly renovated offices at Tailors Corner are just a 2-minute walk from Leeds Train Station.
• And there’s more… We’ll share even more perks related to your role when you chat with our Talent Acquisition team!

JOIN US!

In our pride, we empower our teammates to find their roar and run with their wildest ideas. We don’t wait for things to happen; we pounce and make it happen!

Would you be a good fit for the Leo Pride - give us a roar!

As our company working language is English, we’d like to see your CV in English, please